How to build a social networking platform from scratch? | Devico Breakfast Bar #70

In this episode of Devico Breakfast Bar, Oleg Sadikov, the co-founder and CEO of Devico & DeviQA, sits down with Jason Iliffe, co-founder & CEO at CLIQ. Discover how Jason went from a simple idea born on a beach to building a thriving social networking platform. Learn about the latest trends in social networking, the importance of community-based marketing, and the future of user data privacy. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the world of social networking, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration.

Join us as we discuss:

00:00 - Intro
01:04 - Little blitz
01:42 - The journey to founding CLIQ
05:11 - The biggest challenges that was faced while building CLIQ
07:19 - Some current trends in social networking are particularly exciting
08:42 - The shifts in user behavior and preferences in social networking
10:45 - The ways users are managing their data and privacy online
12: 53 - Staying competitive in a saturated market of social networking
14:49 - Key lessons that would have been helpful at the start of the entrepreneurial journey
16: 48 - The advantages and disadvantages of outsourcing tech
17: 55 - Discussing the role of IT outsourcing
18:52 - Specific regions or countries that might be particularly promising for tech talent
19:37 - Advice for business leaders